During the Easter period, the Practice will be closed on Friday 29 March and Monday 1 April. We reopen as normal on Tuesday 2 April. If you require assistance … [continue] Easter – Practice opening times
News
14 March – Practice closed from 1.00 pm for staff training
The Practice will be closed for staff training from 1.00 pm today, Thursday 14 March. The surgery will open the following morning and urgent cover during practice closure is provided … [continue] 14 March – Practice closed from 1.00 pm for staff training
Visit your local pharmacy first for seven minor conditions
From 31st January, patients can pop down to their local pharmacy for help with seven minor conditions which would previously have required a GP appointment. Almost all pharmacies will offer … [continue] Visit your local pharmacy first for seven minor conditions
Christmas and New Year Pharmacy Opening – North Cumbria
Christmas and New Year Pharmacy Opening – North Cumbria Monday 25th December 2023 From To Well Pharmacy, 59 Orton Road, Carlisle, CA2 7HA 10:30am 12:30pm The … [continue] Christmas and New Year Pharmacy Opening – North Cumbria
Surgery Opening Times – Christmas and New Year Period
During the Christmas period the Practice will be closed for two days on Monday, 25 December and Tuesday, 26 December. We reopen as normal on Wednesday 27 December. During the … [continue] Surgery Opening Times – Christmas and New Year Period
First Contact Physiotherapist (FCP)Appointments
We are currently making a limited number of the First Contact Physiotherapist (FCP) appointments available for Lowther Medical patients to book online. Appointment booking is still available by contacting the … [continue] First Contact Physiotherapist (FCP)Appointments
Stitch or clip removal
If you require stitch or clip removal after a procedure at the hospital and know when the stitches/clips need to be removed, please try to book ahead, rather than contact … [continue] Stitch or clip removal
Patient Feedback and Stats (Up to 01.10.23)
For results from our Friends and Family report and to view the patient stats please visit Patient survey and results
15 Nov – Practice closed from 1 pm for staff training
The Practice will be closed for staff training from 1.00 pm on Wednesday, 15 November. The surgery will open the following morning and urgent cover during practice closure is provided … [continue] 15 Nov – Practice closed from 1 pm for staff training
Practice closed from 1 pm for staff training – 12.10.23
The Practice will be closed for staff training from 1.00 pm on Thursday 12 October The surgery will open the following morning and urgent cover during practice closure is provided … [continue] Practice closed from 1 pm for staff training – 12.10.23
31 August / 4 September – Urgent appts
Due to unforeseen circumstances we are short staffed on Thursday, 31 August and Monday 4 September. Please bear this in mind when contacting the surgery as we only have a … [continue] 31 August / 4 September – Urgent appts
NHS Health Checks
NHS Health Checks – Patients registered with Lowther Medical Centre aged 40-74 with no pre-existing condition. The NHS Health Check is a health check-up for adults in England aged 40 … [continue] NHS Health Checks
Prescription queries (not repeat requests)
Do you have a query regarding your prescription and would like to speak to a member of staff ? If so please call our main number (01946 692241) select option … [continue] Prescription queries (not repeat requests)
Weds 17 May – Practice closed from 1.00 pm for staff training
The Practice will be closed for staff training from 1.00 pm on Wednesday, 17 May. The surgery will open the following morning and urgent cover during practice closure is … [continue] Weds 17 May – Practice closed from 1.00 pm for staff training
May Bank Holidays
Remember – there are 3 Bank Holiday Mondays in the month of May when the Practice will be closed. Mon 1 May Mon 8 May Mon 29 May On the … [continue] May Bank Holidays
Practice closed from 1.00 pm Thursday 20 April (Staff training)
The Practice will be closed for staff training from 1.00 pm on Thursday, 20 April. The surgery will open the following morning and urgent cover during practice closure is … [continue] Practice closed from 1.00 pm Thursday 20 April (Staff training)
Practice opening times – Easter period
Surgery Opening Times – Easter Period During the Easter period, the Practice will be closed on Friday, 7 April and Monday, 10 April. We reopen as normal on Tuesday, 11 … [continue] Practice opening times – Easter period
Merger of Queen Street & Lowther Medical Centre
Merger of Queen Street Medical Practice and Lowther Medical Centre Our application to merge the practices has now been formally approved and will take place on the 1 April 2023. … [continue] Merger of Queen Street & Lowther Medical Centre
Weds 15 February – Staff training afternoon – Practice doors closed from 1.00 pm
Wednesday 15 February is a training afternoon for Practice staff. The doors will be closed from 1.00 pm but if you have an URGENT issue (any problem requiring on the … [continue] Weds 15 February – Staff training afternoon – Practice doors closed from 1.00 pm
Important Patient News
Changes at Queen Street Medical Practice and Lowther Medical Centre Dr Graham Ironside has been a GP at Queen Street Medical Practice for over 30 and has dedicated his career … [continue] Important Patient News
Thursday 12 January afternoon – staff training afternoon cancelled – practice open as normal
Thursday 12 January – the Practice will now be open in the afternoon as normal as the staff training session (PLT) has now been cancelled.
Face coverings
Due to an increase in respiratory related illness amongst staff and patients, we would be most grateful if all patients could wear a face covering when attending the Practice. Thank … [continue] Face coverings
Christmas & New Year Surgery Opening Times
SURGERY OPENING TIMES – CHRISTMAS & NEW YEAR PERIOD During the Christmas period the Practice will be closed for two days on Monday, 26 December and Tuesday, 27 December. We … [continue] Christmas & New Year Surgery Opening Times
Practice closed from 1.00 pm Weds 16 Nov
The Practice will be closed for staff training from 1.00 pm on Wednesday, 16 November The surgery will open the following morning and urgent cover during practice closure is … [continue] Practice closed from 1.00 pm Weds 16 Nov
Covid Vaccination – Pts aged 50 and over AND clinically vulnerable patients
If you are aged 50 or over OR clinically vulnerable and would like your Covid vaccination, please contact Reception to book.
Practice closed – afternoon Thurs 13 October – staff training
The Practice will be closed for staff training from 1.00 pm on Thursday, 13 October The surgery will open the following morning and urgent cover during practice closure is … [continue] Practice closed – afternoon Thurs 13 October – staff training
Covid Vaccination Clinic – Sat 24 Sept
We are running our very first covid vaccination clinic of the year on Saturday 24th September This is for any Lowther patient who is either – 75 or over – … [continue] Covid Vaccination Clinic – Sat 24 Sept
Her Majesty The Queen’s Funeral Arrangements – Bank Holiday 19th September 2022
We would like to advise patients that our surgery will be closed on Monday 19 September for the bank holiday announced due to Her Majesty The Queen’s funeral. If you … [continue] Her Majesty The Queen’s Funeral Arrangements – Bank Holiday 19th September 2022
Patient Feedback – June-Aug 2022
For results from the last quarter from our Friends and Family report and to view the patient stats please visit Patient survey and results
Practice closed afternoon 14 September – Staff training
The Practice will be closed for staff training from 1.00 pm on Wednesday, 14 September. The surgery will open the following morning and urgent cover during practice closure is … [continue] Practice closed afternoon 14 September – Staff training